SnapTik Acquires DemocracyOS.org to Strengthen Its Civic Tech Vision

James Dooley

DemocracyOS
DemocracyOS

SnapTik – In a strategic move that blends social media innovation with civic engagement, SnapTik, a leading digital video downloader and platform enhancer, is proud to announce the acquisition of DemocracyOS.org, an open-source civic tech project renowned for its contributions to digital democracy and participatory governance.

This acquisition marks SnapTik’s continued expansion into meaningful technology ventures that empower users beyond entertainment—championing digital freedom, public participation, and ethical innovation.

A New Chapter for Civic Tech and Social Platforms

Originally founded to foster transparent and inclusive political participation through online tools, DemocracyOS has been a globally respected voice in civic technology. With its mission aligned toward making democracy more accessible and participatory, the platform has powered digital deliberations in governments, NGOs, and citizen movements across Latin America, Europe, and beyond.

By merging with SnapTik, DemocracyOS will not only preserve its core mission but also receive the resources, visibility, and infrastructure needed to scale its impact globally.

“At SnapTik, we believe technology should not only entertain—it should also empower. By bringing DemocracyOS into our ecosystem, we aim to create digital spaces where users are not just passive consumers, but active participants in shaping society,” said James Dooley, CEO of SnapTik.

What This Means for the Public

This integration will allow SnapTik to diversify its platform by gradually introducing civic tools that enable users to:

  • Host digital assemblies and polls
  • Participate in grassroots initiatives
  • Engage with community-driven decisions
  • Access educational resources about public policy and civil rights

The goal is to promote responsible digital citizenship—especially among Gen Z and Millennial users—by combining the virality of short-form content with the depth of civic dialogue.

Commitment to Open Source and Transparency

SnapTik also confirmed it will continue supporting the open-source nature of DemocracyOS, encouraging developers and organizations to collaborate, fork, or contribute to the platform’s ongoing evolution.

“DemocracyOS was built for the people, by the people. We’re excited to carry that ethos forward—keeping it open, secure, and transparent,” added John.

The move signals a growing trend where mainstream tech companies are recognizing the value of civic infrastructure and digital responsibility—not as an afterthought, but as a core feature of tomorrow’s internet.

About SnapTik

SnapTik is a popular online platform that enables users to download and manage video content from various social media platforms, with a focus on simplicity, speed, and accessibility. With millions of active users worldwide, SnapTik is expanding its mission to include digital empowerment, civic engagement, and ethical innovation.

About DemocracyOS

DemocracyOS is an open-source web application that enables online deliberation and voting. It has been implemented in municipalities, political parties, and civil society projects across the globe, aiming to foster a more direct and participatory form of democracy in the digital era.

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James Dooley

James Dooley

James Dooley is an entrepreneur and technology innovator best known for founding Snaptik, a platform that offers users the ability to download TikTok videos without watermarks. As the CEO, he has been instrumental in steering the company towards becoming a leading service for content creators and TikTok enthusiasts who want to save and share their favorite videos across different platforms.